MRC Christian Education
Murelle G. Harrison, Superintendent (Faith Chapel)
Barbara Simon, Assistant Superintendent (Powerhouse)
Mark Guidry, Assistant Youth Leaders
Gerald Fontenot, Treasurer (New Life)
January 1, 2017
To:Pastors and Sunday School Superintendents/Youth Leaders
From:Murelle G. Harrison, Sunday School Superintendent
Mark Guidry, Assistant Youth Leader
RE: MRC Meetings/Work Day (March 4, 2017)
Junior/Senior Recognition (March 4, 2017)
Annual Bible/Black History Quiz (February 19, 2017)
2017 State & Youth Campmeeting (July 13-17)
Louisiana experienced tremendous challenges in 2016. There was flooding in the northeastern portion of the State in the spring and in much of the Baton Rouge area in August. During our 2016 Campmeeting we learned about the “cop killing” in Baton Rouge following the Alton Sterling shooting the week before. If ever there is a time for us to remain strong in our faith, the time is NOW!
The stabilization of the LA Congregational Ministries of the Church of God (LCMCOG) and the Ministry Retreat Center (MRC) are changing some of our roles and responsibilities, but both entities foster unity among us. The activities mentioned above enables the former members of the LGMA to continue a strong tradition of discipleship and outreach ministry for members of our congregations. As Psalm 133 indicates
“How good and pleasant it is when God’s people dwell together in unity!”
Please attend to the announcements below which will be followed with additional information as the events approach:
What: Annual Bible/Black History Quiz
When: Sunday, February 19, 20174:00pm
Where: Faith Chapel, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Who:Most appropriate for persons in 5th-12th grades
Format: Family Feud Model ( 2 teams, responder can elicit information from team members) Attachments included.
What:MRC Meetings/Work Day
When: Saturday, March 4, 2017, 7:00-2pm
Where: Palmetto, MRC Campground
Who:All members of MRC congregations
Format: 52nd Camp Meeting Committee Meetings
What:ACT/Youth Planning
When:Saturday, March 4, 9-12noon
Where:Palmetto, MRC Campground
Who:8th Grade through High School
Format:ACT Preparation
What:Junior/ Senior Luncheon
When:Saturday, March 4, 12 Noon
Where:Palmetto, MRC Campground
Who:8th Grade and Above
Graduating seniors will be recognized during the luncheon due to the small number of juniors and seniors across MRC congregations. We need the cooperation of all congregations. Please submit a name and contact information for at least one person from your congregation to assist with our continuous planning.
What:State Youth Camp Meeting 52nd Camp Meeting
When:July 13-16, 2017
Where:Palmetto, MRC Campground
Who:First Graders – High School
Format:Developmentally appropriate scriptural lessons, evening worship service, recreational and craft activities, water fun, hayride, wiener roast.
Let’s remain vigilant; let us be strong and courageous as we continue the work that is before us. Please be mindful of the dates pertinent to work of the MRC that our God might be lifted up and draw all men to him.
Murelle G. Harrison
225.773.4541